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'Significant' snow accumulation expected: Environment Canada

Up to 10 cm of snow is expected, beginning this evening and lasting into Sunday afternoon
USED 2018-11-13 Good Morning Sault DMH-5
FIle photo. Donna Hopper/Village Media

WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Weather advisory in effect for:

  • Barrie - Collingwood - Hillsdale
  • Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
  • Orillia - Lagoon City - Washago

Winter weather travel advisory in effect.

Periods of snow with significant accumulation expected this weekend.

Hazards:
Total snow accumulations near 10 cm.
Slippery surfaces.

Timing:
Beginning this evening or late this evening and continuing through Sunday afternoon.

Discussion:
A long duration snowfall is expected due to a low pressure system tracking south of the area. If forecast snowfall amounts meet or exceed 15 cm in 12 hours then a snowfall warning may be required.

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery.

For road conditions and other traveller information from the Ministry of Transportation, visit https://www.ontario.ca/511, https://www.twitter.com/511Ontario, or call 511.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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